In this episode Teresa Power DeNike joins the podcast to chat about nasal breathing, obstructive sleep apnea, and how the dental hygienist plays a role in assessment and treatment for patients. This should be a key part of everyone's practice because not only does it save lives, but can be a profit … [Read more...] about 445 Obstructive Sleep Apnea and The RDHs Role with Teresa Power DeNike BS, CCSH
Nutritional Impact on Health – Ask the Expert with Machell Hudson-Hoover
Nutrition plays a huge role in our overall health but over the next several months, Machell will help connect how nutritional components impact oral health and wellness. Join us this week as we start the conversation and stay tuned to the end for an interesting … [Read more...] about Nutritional Impact on Health – Ask the Expert with Machell Hudson-Hoover
Ozempic, Wegovy, and Mounjaro’s Potential Effect on Our Patients with Machell Hudson-Hoover!
Weight loss drugs seemingly come and go just as often as fad diets but we might have a change to that. GLP-1 (and now GLP-2 and 3) drugs are currently mainstream and we are seeing drastic changes in our patients health and appearance. But is it all good news or do we have some things to watch out … [Read more...] about Ozempic, Wegovy, and Mounjaro’s Potential Effect on Our Patients with Machell Hudson-Hoover!
440 Infertility and Dentistry with Jessica Woods, RDHAP
Let's talk infertility. The WHO just updated their statistics that 1 in 6 are impacted by infertility. If you are seeing 8 patients a day, good chances that one of them will experience infertility issues. Jessica Woods joins us on the show this week to talk about what it is, who is affected, what … [Read more...] about 440 Infertility and Dentistry with Jessica Woods, RDHAP
438 Antibiotics: Who Needs A Pre-Med? With Sue Scherer, RDH
Antibiotics were once doled out like candy to anyone who had an ouchy tooth or metal in their body. Now, we know better... sorta. Sue Scherer joins the podcast this week to talk about what our responsibility is as dental professionals for understanding and knowing proper use and administration of … [Read more...] about 438 Antibiotics: Who Needs A Pre-Med? With Sue Scherer, RDH
How Does Vaping Hurt Our Patients? Ask The Experts with Katrina Sanders, RDH
About 20% of high schoolers and up to 5% of middle schoolers are vaping in the United States. In this episode Katrina Sanders dives into oral health, systemic, and safety effects to better prepare us for these conversation with our patients! Resources: More Fast … [Read more...] about How Does Vaping Hurt Our Patients? Ask The Experts with Katrina Sanders, RDH
Why Are You Still Doing That? An RDH RANT Takeover!
Join Anna, Lizz, and Heather as they question why many hygienists simply are not progressing! Old habits do die hard, but we need to get our heads out of the sand. Listen to this week's episode for the frequently asked questions that just need to end! RDH … [Read more...] about Why Are You Still Doing That? An RDH RANT Takeover!
Everyone Has High Blood Pressure, How Important Is It to Evaluate? Ask The Experts with Machell Hudson-Hoover, RDH
Our patients are so silly. Many of them think that just because the are on blood pressure meds, they no longer have "high blood pressure"... meaning they think they have no more risk. Machell joins the show to talk to us about what we can be doing and saying to our patients to position the topic of … [Read more...] about Everyone Has High Blood Pressure, How Important Is It to Evaluate? Ask The Experts with Machell Hudson-Hoover, RDH
